1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2003 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Sonata (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 609 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Hyundai Sonata (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2003 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Festiva | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
